2008 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | HR-V | tC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |