2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2009 Toyota Prius 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Prius | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Prius | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | 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 | 1330 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |