2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek vs. 2013 Scion iQ

To start off, both 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2013 Scion iQ were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Subaru XV Crosstrek (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2013 Scion iQ
Make Subaru Scion
Model XV Crosstrek iQ
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1329 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer single
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Natural Gas (CNG) Electric
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Single Speed
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3045 mm
Vehicle Width 1986 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1615 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2635 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 6.7 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.9 L/100km 5.5 L/100km


 

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