2011 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2013 Scion xD.
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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Land Rover | Scion |
Model | Defender | xD |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 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 | 120 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |