2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 2009 Scion xD
To start off, 2009 Scion xD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion xD.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xD. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 2009 Scion xD | |
| Make | Land Rover | Scion |
| Model | Discovery 3 | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
