2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Civic | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
