2004 Scion tC vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2004 Scion tC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Scion tC weights approximately 376 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion tC. (221 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | tC | Pod |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
