2012 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Because 2012 BMW 320 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 2012 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 320 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 32 L |
