2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane 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 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Renault | Scion |
| Model | Megane | xA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
