2011 Scion xD vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 638 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 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Scion xD | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Scion | Volvo |
| Model | xD | S80 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3929 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1509 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2461 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
