2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1753 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1295 kg | 1118 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
