2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
