2012 Toyota iQ vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 535 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 875 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 2007 BMW 535 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 2007 BMW 535. 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota iQ | 2007 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | iQ | 535 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3051 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 70 L |
