2007 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Scion iQ
To start off, 2011 Scion iQ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Scion iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2011 Scion 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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2011 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | A3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
