2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion tC weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Corvette | tC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
