2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Kia | Scion |
| Model | Sorento | tC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
