2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Corolla | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
