2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 371 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Fiesta 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Ford Toyota
Model Fiesta Condor
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.1 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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