2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 281 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Condor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
