2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 920 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | CR-V | xA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
