2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Scion xA

To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 398 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda CR-V 2005 Scion xA
Make Honda Scion
Model CR-V xA
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1468 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 45 L


 

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