2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 113 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Scion |
| Model | Golf | xD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1321 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
