2009 Scion tC vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Scion tC would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion tC. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Scion tC | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Scion | Toyota |
Model | tC | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1684 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |