2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1606 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Bantam | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Bantam | Insight |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |