2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2011 Scion tC.
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, 2011 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2011 Scion tC has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mazda | Scion |
| Model | 6 | tC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
