2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2004 Scion tC
To start off, 2004 Scion tC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Scion tC weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2004 Scion tC | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | tC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
