1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
