2003 Scion xB vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Scion xB is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Scion xB (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Scion xB.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Scion xB | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Scion | Triumph |
| Model | xB | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
