2005 Audi TT vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2005 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | TT | iQ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 32 L |
