2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 Scion xD.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Daewoo | Scion |
| Model | Tacuma | xD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
