2004 Scion tC vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Scion tC weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion tC | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | tC | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
