2009 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
