1994 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. 2000 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Bandeirante | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
