2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tucson | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
