2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | CR-V | tC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
