2011 Scion xD vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Scion xD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Scion xD would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xD weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio. 2012 Kia Rio 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. 2012 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Scion xD | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Scion | Kia |
| Model | xD | Rio |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3929 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1509 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2461 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
