2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Scion tC

To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Scion tC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Scion tC (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2009 Scion tC
Make Audi Scion
Model A3 tC
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1329 kg


 

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