1995 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 13 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Eos |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
