2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Condor weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 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 2008 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Condor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1812 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
