1997 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 13 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Bandeirante | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2634 mm |
