2009 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | X5 | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
