2005 Scion xA vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2005 Scion xA and 2005 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 160 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 TVR T 350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Scion | TVR |
| Model | xA | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
