2008 Toyota Highlander vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Bandeirante. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Highlander | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Highlander | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3545 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |