2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 32 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Scion |
| Model | Jetta | tC |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
