2006 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 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 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Saturn Relay | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Saturn | Ford |
Model | Relay | Bantam |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |