2005 Scion xA vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
