2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam and 2005 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 996 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (358 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Bantam | Monterey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4195 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2010 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |