2005 Scion xA vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 150 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2005 Scion xA has manual transmission. 2005 Scion xA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Scion | Skoda |
| Model | xA | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
