2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 295 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.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Scion |
| Model | 458 Italia | xD |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2460 mm |
