2005 Toyota Soarer vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 690 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. 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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1. 2005 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A1 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Soarer | A1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |
