2005 Scion xA vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Scion xA and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 608 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 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion xA | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Scion | Volvo |
Model | xA | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |