2005 BMW X3 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW X3 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |