2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Scion tC would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 495 kg more than 2010 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC, 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Charger | tC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
