2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Bantam | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |