2009 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Condor |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |