2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Bantam | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1690 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
