2010 Scion tC vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon 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 2013 GMC Yukon. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Scion tC | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Scion | GMC |
| Model | tC | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 119 L |
