2003 Toyota Condor vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Condor | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
