2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2012 Chrysler 300

To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 309 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2012 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Condor 2012 Chrysler 300
Make Toyota Chrysler
Model Condor 300
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2437 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1814 kg
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3053 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L


 

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