2011 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 472 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | iQ |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 32 L |
