2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Scion xA would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Scion xA weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Scion xA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Scion xA | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Accord | xA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
