2009 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Scion xB
To start off, both 2009 Honda Civic 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Scion xB weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Honda Civic | 2009 Scion xB | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Civic | xB |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |