2005 Scion xA vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 5 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 80 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Scion | Fiat |
| Model | xA | Idea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
