2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Sedona | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
