2005 Scion xA vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 410 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion xA | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Scion | Subaru |
Model | xA | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |