2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 502 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Optra | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
