2003 Toyota Condor vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Condor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Condor | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2437 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1850 kg |
