2005 Scion xA vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 636 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Scion | Jeep |
| Model | xA | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
