1997 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Bandeirante | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Bandeirante | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
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 | 197 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 | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |