1997 Honda Today vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota iQ weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Today | iQ |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |