2009 BMW 125 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2003 Toyota Condor
Make BMW Toyota
Model 125 Condor
Year Released 2009 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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