1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 280 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Caldina | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Toyota | Scion |
Model | Caldina | xD |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |