2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 699 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | SRX | xD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
