2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 286 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | X-Trail | xD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2485 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
