2008 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A5 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Audi Toyota
Model A5 Condor
Year Released 2008 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 349 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 8.8:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1632 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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