2005 Saturn L vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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 Saturn L (182 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 L (258 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn L | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | L | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
