2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1742 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Bantam | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
