2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Voyager | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
