2012 Renault Symbol vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Renault Symbol. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Symbol.
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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Symbol | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Renault | Scion |
| Model | Symbol | tC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
