2007 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | S4 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
