2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 556 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 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
