2003 Saturn L vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 2 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 Saturn L.
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, 2003 Saturn L, 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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | L | Condor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
