2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 GMC Savana.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Bantam | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
