2006 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 525 | tC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |