2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota iQ weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2003 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2000 mm |
