2012 Scion tC vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, both 2012 Scion tC and 2012 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC.
Because 2012 Audi S6 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 S6 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 S6 (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Scion tC | 2012 Audi S6 | |
Make | Scion | Audi |
Model | tC | S6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 234 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |