2008 Scion xD vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2008 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 323 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Scion xD | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Scion | Volkswagen |
| Model | xD | GTD |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
