1997 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 11 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, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Bandeirante | 118 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
