2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1438 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 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | R | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2298 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
