2005 Scion tC vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Scion tC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 521 kg more than 2005 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion tC. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion tC | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | tC | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
