2005 Scion xA vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 250 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, 2008 Seat Altea (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion xA | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Scion | Seat |
Model | xA | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |