2003 Scion xB vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Scion xB would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Scion xB. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Scion xB | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xB | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
