2012 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2012 Ford Explorer and 2012 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Explorer (290 HP) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1047 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, 2012 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam. 2012 Ford Explorer 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. 2012 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Explorer | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2067 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
