1993 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 18 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2919 mm |
