2008 Fiat Idea vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Idea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Idea | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Idea | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |