2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 643 kg more than 2012 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Jeep | Scion |
| Model | Liberty | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
