2012 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 291 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.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | iQ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
