2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Ulysse and 2008 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 837 kg more than 2008 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 Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam. 2008 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
