2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, both 2011 Saab 9-4X and 2011 Scion tC were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC.
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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2011 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2011 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Saab | Scion |
| Model | 9-4X | tC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
