2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Condor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
