2012 Scion tC vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2012 Scion tC and 2012 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
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, 2012 Scion tC (234 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Scion tC | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Scion | Honda |
| Model | tC | Civic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1460 mm |
