2005 Scion xA vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
