1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Opel | Scion |
| Model | Calibra | xA |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
