2013 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Sonic and 2013 Scion xD were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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, both vehicles can yield 169 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Sonic | xD |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1517 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
