2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 149 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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD. 2011 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Civic | xD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
