2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 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.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A4 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
