2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 6 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. Both 2006 Ford Bantam and 2012 Ford Bantam are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1872 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam.
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 (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Bantam | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
