2005 Scion tC vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion tC would be higher. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 989 kg more than 2005 Scion tC.
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, 2005 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Scion tC | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Scion | Volkswagen |
Model | tC | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2361 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |