2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |
