2004 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
