2012 Citroen C1 vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C1 and 2012 Scion xD were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Scion xD.
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, 2012 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C1 | 2012 Scion xD | |
Make | Citroen | Scion |
Model | C1 | xD |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3929 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1509 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2461 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |