2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 679 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2011 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Bantam | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2696 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
