1997 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 273 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | CC |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
