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


 

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