2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | 75 | xD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 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 | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
