2009 Scion xD vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Scion xD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Scion xD would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xD. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Scion xD | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Scion | Hyundai |
| Model | xD | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
