2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 868 kg more than 2011 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2011 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Scion |
| Model | Touareg | tC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
