2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Bantam | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3489 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
