2006 Scion xA vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Scion xA and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 226 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Scion xA | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Scion | Volkswagen |
Model | xA | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |