2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Toyota 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, 2008 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A4 | iQ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1495 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |