2004 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion tC weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Fit | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
