2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 164 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.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord 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:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Accord | xD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 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 | 190 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
