1992 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. 2005 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Bandeirante | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
