2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 865 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. 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 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 32 L |
