2005 Scion xA vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2005 Scion xA and 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Scion | Toyota |
Model | xA | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |