2012 Scion tC vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Scion tC would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion tC. (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion tC. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Scion tC | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Scion | Ford |
| Model | tC | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
