2005 Saturn ION vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (205 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2005 Saturn ION (271 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn ION | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
