2002 Nissan Pickup vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup 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 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC, 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2010 Scion tC has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Scion tC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan Pickup | 2010 Scion tC | |
Make | Nissan | Scion |
Model | Pickup | tC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |