2001 Toyota Allion vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 420 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 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Allion | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Allion | iQ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
