2010 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 120 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 32 L |
