2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
