1995 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 843 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 947 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
