2005 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Escort | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
