2008 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Scion xD
To start off, both 2008 Ford Escape and 2008 Scion xD were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Scion xD.
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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2008 Scion xD | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Escape | xD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 42 L |
