2009 Scion xB vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Scion xB would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Scion xB. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion xB.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Scion xB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xB. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Scion xB | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Scion | Audi |
| Model | xB | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
