2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 990 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Convertible | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
