2005 Scion xA vs. 2005 Audi S4

To start off, both 2005 Scion xA and 2005 Audi S4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 785 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.

Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA. 2005 Audi S4 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. 2005 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Scion xA 2005 Audi S4
Make Scion Audi
Model xA S4
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption City 7.4 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 63 L


 

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