1996 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Scion xA | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Civic | xA |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |