2010 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | X6 | xD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
