2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 525 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2004 Honda Odyssey 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. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Odyssey 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Honda Toyota
Model Odyssey Condor
Year Released 2004 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1505 kg
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2640 mm


 

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