2005 Scion xA vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2005 Scion xA and 2005 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 81 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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 2005 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Scion | Hyundai |
| Model | xA | Getz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
