2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1334 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Extreme. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Extreme | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 3661 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
