1998 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 12 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Eos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3659 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 | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
