2011 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 964 kg more than 2012 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Terracan | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Hyundai | Scion |
| Model | Terracan | xD |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
