2009 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Bantam |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |