2000 Mazda Demio vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Demio weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Demio | iQ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2000 mm |
