2008 Scion xD vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Scion xD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Scion xD would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 Scion xD.
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 xD (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Scion xD has manual transmission. 2008 Scion xD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Scion xD | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Scion | Honda |
| Model | xD | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
