1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Porsche | Scion |
| Model | 911 | xA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
