2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DTS | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
