2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD.
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 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | CR-V | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
