2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Scion xD
To start off, 2010 Scion xD is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Kia | Scion |
| Model | Picanto | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
