2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante

To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
Make Toyota Toyota
Model FJ Cruiser Bandeirante
Year Released 2009 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 3661 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 239 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 377 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2290 mm


 

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