2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Condor | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
