2013 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, both 2013 Mazda 2 and 2013 Scion tC were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 334 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion tC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mazda 2 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mazda | Scion |
| Model | 2 | tC |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
