2005 Scion tC vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2005 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1424 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion tC. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2005 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion tC | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | tC | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
