2010 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco and 2010 Scion tC were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Scion |
| Model | Scirocco | tC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1415 mm |
