2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
