2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1686 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bantam | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
