2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, 2009 Scion xB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xB (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xB. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2009 Scion xB | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Accord | xB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
