2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica and 2009 Scion xB were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 303 kg more than 2009 Scion xB.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Epica (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xB. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Scion xB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Epica | xB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
