2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 87 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Nissan | Scion |
Model | 350Z | tC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |