2012 Scion tC vs. 2012 Audi RS3
To start off, both 2012 Scion tC and 2012 Audi RS3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Scion tC and 2012 Audi RS3 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS3 (335 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC.
Because 2012 Audi RS3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi RS3 (450 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC. 2012 Audi RS3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2012 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi RS3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Scion tC | 2012 Audi RS3 | |
| Make | Scion | Audi |
| Model | tC | RS3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
