2004 Scion tC vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, both 2004 Scion tC and 2004 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Scion tC. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion tC. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2004 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2004 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Scion | Rover |
| Model | tC | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
