2001 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Scion xA

To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 10 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.

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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Civic 2005 Scion xA
Make Honda Scion
Model Civic xA
Year Released 2001 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1672 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.4 mm 84 mm
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 1080 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L