2013 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, both 2013 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion tC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Subaru Outback | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Subaru | Scion |
| Model | Outback | tC |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
