2005 Scion xA vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Echo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
