2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 Scion xA were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Kia | Scion |
| Model | Rio | xA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
