2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Scion xD
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Scion xD | |
| Make | Hyundai | Scion |
| Model | Santa Fe | xD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
