2007 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Ford Territory 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 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2011 Toyota iQ
Make Ford Toyota
Model Territory iQ
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1364 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3051 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 32 L


 

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