1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. 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 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | Vanden Plas | Condor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
