2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 817 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Smart ForTwo 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Smart Toyota
Model ForTwo Condor
Year Released 2005 2003
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 696 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1632 kg
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 33 L 70 L


 

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