2008 Subaru Justy vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Justy weights approximately 150 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 2008 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Justy | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Justy | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 32 L |
