2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1368 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Bantam | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
