2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2013 Scion tC 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 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Cruze | tC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
