2011 Scion xD vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2011 Scion xD and 2011 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 358 kg more than 2011 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Scion xD has manual transmission. 2011 Scion xD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Scion xD | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Scion | Chevrolet |
Model | xD | Silverado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3929 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1509 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2461 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 129 L |