1998 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Bora |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3659 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
