2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Porsche | Scion |
| Model | 911 | tC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 841 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
