1996 Nissan President vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 699 kg more than 2012 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 2012 Scion xD | |
Make | Nissan | Scion |
Model | President | xD |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3929 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1509 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2461 mm |