2006 Toyota Quantum vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Because 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 2006 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Quantum | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Quantum | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
