2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Toyota Condor were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc, 2008 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Condor weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
