2001 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Bandeirante | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
