2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 147 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | 4Runner | xD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| 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 | 1355 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
