2007 Honda Element vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 782 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Element | xD |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 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 | 166 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |