2001 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 565 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 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Condor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW X5 2003 Toyota Condor
Make BMW Toyota
Model X5 Condor
Year Released 2001 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 8.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1505 kg
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 70 L


 

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