2013 Mercedes-Benz M vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1137 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | M | xD |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | electric | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 511 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4817 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2915 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
