2006 Ford Bantam vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Bantam | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
