2000 Seat Salsa 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 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 710 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 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Salsa | iQ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |