2006 Scion xB vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2006 Scion xB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion xB (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 729 kg more than 2006 Scion xB.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Scion xB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xB. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Scion xB | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xB | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
