2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Corvette | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
