2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 822 kg more than 2012 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Scion |
| Model | Touareg | tC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
