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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 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 285 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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 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 | 3498 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 1145 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 32 L |
