1992 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 16 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 559 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
