2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Scion xA

To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 734 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Hardbody 2005 Scion xA
Make Nissan Scion
Model Hardbody xA
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3275 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.5 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1804 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 45 L


 

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