2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 736 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (111 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1297 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |
