2009 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 Scion xD. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Quest | xD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
