2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2006 Ford Bantam and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP) has 340 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 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.

Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Bantam 2006 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model Bantam 911
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1297 cc 3589 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 414 HP
Torque 110 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 64 L


 

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