2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Fiesta | tC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
