Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Scion xB | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 119.3 in | -16.9 in |
Length | 167.3 in | 200.2 in | -32.9 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 78.1 in | -8.8 in |
Height | 62.6 in | 68.9 in | -6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3086 lb. | 4380 lb. | -1294 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.0 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 65.0 in | -9.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 58.6 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.5 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.2 in | 39.7 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 64.6 in | -9.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 66.1 in | -19.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.6 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.3 in | -50.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 114.4 in (over 3 rows) | -35.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.7 ft3 | 39.1 ft3 | -17.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.7 | 87.1 ft3 | -65.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.9 ft3 | 150.0 ft3 | -80.1 ft3 |
2008 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. Great for kids. see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Great headroom, comfortable seat nice arm rest. Good firm seat see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Better than average amount for a car in this price range see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have plenty of room to sit whatever way is most comfortable to me. see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats large and tall people comfortably. Head room is well above average. see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of head room see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More leg room than my SAAB 9000. Fits two adults and a kid seat. see full Scion xB review |
2008 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
1) Center console is too wide - not enough room for me to stretch out. 2) Seat can be raised and lowered (good) but at its lowest position it feels like the cushion leans down making me feel like my body slips forward. 3) Arm rest on door too high. see full Scion xB review |
2012 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great for hauling mom and dad, two boys, their stuff, great grandma, the dog, and more stuff! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not cramped against the dashboard to keep the kids from kicking the seats! see full Toyota Sienna review |