1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 961 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | Bantam |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |