2003 Acura EL vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL.
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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Acura | Scion |
| Model | EL | tC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
