1999 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bandeirante | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 246 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
