2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2010 Scion xD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
