2005 Scion xA vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 286 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
