2008 Scion tC vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Scion tC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2008 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2008 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Scion tC | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Scion | Volkswagen |
Model | tC | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |