2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 633 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
