2005 Scion xA vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 440 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion xA | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Scion | Subaru |
Model | xA | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |