2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1054 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 Navara 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 Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Navara | xA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
