2012 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 533 kg more than 2009 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen GTI | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | GTI | iQ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |
