2011 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Scion tC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Scion tC.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2012 Scion tC has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Maverick | 2012 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Maverick | tC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
