2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Scion xA | |
Make | Kia | Scion |
Model | Cee'd | xA |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |