2011 Toyota iQ vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota iQ | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | iQ | 500 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3051 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 35 L |