2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 94 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 Volvo C70. 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2011 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Condor | C70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
