2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 525 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 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 120 | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 32 L |