2004 Scion tC vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2004 Scion tC and 2004 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Scion tC.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Scion tC | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Scion | SsangYong |
Model | tC | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |