2005 Scion xA vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 925 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Scion | Porsche |
| Model | xA | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
