2008 Scion xD vs. 2008 Scion tC

To start off, both 2008 Scion xD and 2008 Scion tC were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2008 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Scion tC weights approximately 244 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.

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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xD.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Scion xD 2008 Scion tC
Make Scion Scion
Model xD tC
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1086 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 55 L


 

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