1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 111 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 1998 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1459 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
