2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 571 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2011 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus LS | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Lexus | Scion |
| Model | LS | tC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
