1997 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, both 1997 Audi A8 and 1997 Toyota Bandeirante were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Audi A8.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A8 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A8 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |