2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 470 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Altima | xA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
