2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Titan. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Titan | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2290 mm |