2002 Chevrolet Prizm 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 Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Prizm | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
