2002 Audi A2 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A2 weights approximately 210 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 32 L |
