2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
