2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 39 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Condor | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Condor | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1534 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
