2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1424 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Land Rover Freelander | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Land Rover | Scion |
| Model | Freelander | xD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
