2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 302 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Condor | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1330 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
