2009 Scion xD vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 Scion xD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xD (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Scion xD.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 Scion xD (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Scion xD | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xD | Condor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1426 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
