2006 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Pickup | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
