2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 235 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 2003 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 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Condor 2000 Toyota Soarer
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Condor Soarer
Year Released 2003 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2438 cc 4292 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 431 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1730 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2630 mm


 

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