2005 Scion xA vs. 2007 Toyota Dyna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Dyna 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 2,986 cc, 2007 Toyota Dyna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Dyna. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Dyna.
Because 2007 Toyota Dyna 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 Toyota Dyna 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 Toyota Dyna (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Dyna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2007 Toyota Dyna | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Dyna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
