2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Scion xB
To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic and 2005 Scion xB were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Scion xB.
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 xB (142 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2005 Scion xB | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Civic | xB |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |