2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Touareg | iQ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 32 L |