2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xD weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | E-250 | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |
