2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Condor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
