2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 Scion xA. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Scion xA. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Scion xA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Express | xA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
