1998 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 14 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 251 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Avenger. 2012 Dodge Avenger 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. 2012 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Bandeirante | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3659 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2766 mm |
