2009 Nissan Livina vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Livina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Livina | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Livina | tC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
