2005 Scion xA vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Agila 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion xA | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Scion | Vauxhall |
Model | xA | Agila |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |