2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 635 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Infiniti | Scion |
| Model | M | xD |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1843 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
