1995 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Bandeirante | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Bandeirante | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |