2009 Saturn Sky vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Sky. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Sky | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Sky | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |