2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 231 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Subaru | Scion |
| Model | Impreza | tC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
