2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 438 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G8. 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 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | G8 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
