2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
