2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. 2010 Scion tC has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Scion |
| Model | Sonata | tC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
