1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Stagea | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Stagea | iQ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2000 mm |