2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion tC weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | F-150 | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
