2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 432 kg more than 2010 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Trans Sport | tC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
