2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2011 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 Scion tC | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | F-150 | tC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |