2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Bantam | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
