2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 177 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Condor 2008 Toyota Avensis
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Condor Avensis
Year Released 2003 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2438 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 16.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1632 kg 1455 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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