2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
