2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Bantam | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
