2008 Toyota iQ vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota iQ | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | iQ | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2985 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 32 L |
