2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 628 kg more than 2006 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |
