2007 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2007 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
