2008 Kia Carens vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
