2001 Toyota Condor vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 811 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Condor | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Condor | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 2270 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
