2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 992 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Land Rover | Scion |
| Model | Discovery | xD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
