2012 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion xD. 2012 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Scion |
| Model | Scirocco | xD |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1509 mm |
