2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1446 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Scion iQ | |
Make | Volkswagen | Scion |
Model | Touareg | iQ |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 3045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |