2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 870 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
