2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1709 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
