2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1216 kg more than 2001 Volvo V70.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Bantam | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 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 | 2856 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
