2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2003 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 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2007 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Condor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
