2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
