2005 Scion xA vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Fabia 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 32 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Scion | Skoda |
| Model | xA | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
