2005 Scion xA vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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 1,495 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 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
