2007 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Bantam | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Bantam | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |