2008 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 628 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, 2008 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Audi | Scion |
| Model | A8 | xD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
