2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Elantra and 2006 Scion xA were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Scion xA. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Scion xA | |
Make | Hyundai | Scion |
Model | Elantra | xA |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |