2001 Toyota Condor vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 534 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Condor | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Condor | Echo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
