1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
