2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 874 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1910 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
