2001 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 574 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Bandeirante | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Bandeirante | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |