2010 Toyota iQ vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota iQ | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | iQ | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2985 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
