2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 78 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2011 BMW 530 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. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Condor | 530 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1710 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
