1998 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 13 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, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 238 kg more than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Bandeirante | Flex |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3659 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2995 mm |
