2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Echo | iQ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2000 mm |
