2009 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 247 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 32 L |