2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger.

Because 2003 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 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Avenger, 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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2000 Dodge Avenger 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. 2000 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Avenger 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Avenger Condor
Year Released 2000 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 164 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4350 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 70 L


 

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