2004 Honda That vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda That would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xD weights approximately 369 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda That | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | That | xD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2461 mm |
