2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 9 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, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2012 BMW 520 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. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Condor | 520 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
