2005 Marcos TS vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TS 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 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | TS | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2000 mm |
