2005 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A8 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 32 L |
