1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford F-150 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | F-150 | tC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 235 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2700 mm |