2005 Scion xA vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Scion xA and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion xA | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Scion | Toyota |
Model | xA | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |