2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Scion xD
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Scion xD were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion xD.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xD. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Scion xD | |
| Make | Lotus | Scion |
| Model | Elise | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
