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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 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 106 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.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 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 | 3496 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 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 Tank Capacity | 72 L | 32 L |
