1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 897 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | F-150 | xD |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2460 mm |
