2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 98 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 2012 Kia Sorento. 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 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2012 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Condor | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
