2010 Scion tC vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Scion tC would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 2011 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Scion tC | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Scion | BMW |
| Model | tC | 320 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
