2005 Dodge Viper 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 Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 279 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 Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
