2012 Buick Verano vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Buick Verano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Buick Verano would be higher. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 95 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.
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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano. 2012 Buick Verano 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. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Buick Verano | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Verano | tC |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |