2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 770 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.

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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Bantam 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Ford Plymouth
Model Bantam Voyager
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1036 kg 1806 kg
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2880 mm


 

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