2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 2005 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Econovan | Bantam |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |