2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, 2006 Scion xA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Scion xA weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 Scion xA (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Scion xA | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Civic | xA |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |