2001 Toyota Condor vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 597 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Condor | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Condor | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1080 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
