2000 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Volvo C30.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | C30 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
