2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3538 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
