2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 2 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Condor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
