1998 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 246 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 Toyota Sienna, 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 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 1998 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sienna | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1459 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
