2012 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | iQ |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 32 L |