2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 613 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 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |
