2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2001 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 974 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.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2001 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2001 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Bantam | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 2010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
