2005 Scion xA vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 180 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Scion xA 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Scion Volkswagen
Model xA Golf
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 1895 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 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1900 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 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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