2005 Scion xA vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 196 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 Skoda Roomster (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Scion | Skoda |
| Model | xA | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
