2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 723 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | S | tC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
