2009 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 665 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 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 32 L |
