2004 Scion tC vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Scion tC would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Scion tC weights approximately 92 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Scion | Kia |
| Model | tC | Soul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
