2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 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 Hyundai Sonata (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Condor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
