2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2003 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
