2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 289 kg more than 2011 Scion tC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Trafic | 2011 Scion tC | |
Make | Renault | Scion |
Model | Trafic | tC |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2240 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |