2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fiesta and 2006 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 2006 Ford Fiesta has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Fiesta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
