2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 457 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |