2015 Scion tC vs. 2015 Ford Mustang
In comparing the 2015 Scion tC's and the 2015 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Scion tC has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2015 Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Scion tC's and the 2015 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Scion tC is a better car than the 2015 Ford Mustang.
2015 Scion tC vs. 2015 Ford Mustang Pricing
A used 2015 Scion tC ranges from $9,496 to $17,996 while a used 2015 Ford Mustang is priced between $14,990 to $35,000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Scion tC’s base engine makes 179 horsepower, and the 2015 Ford Mustang base engine makes 300 horsepower. The tC is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. This gives the 2015 Scion tC the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2015 Ford Mustang. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Scion tC has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2015 Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9496 - 17996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14990 - 35000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.2103
Scion tC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.294082 / 10
Reliability:
8.388164 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Scion tC Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Mustang Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
8 out of / 11Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Scion tC Trim Levels
Base, Release Series 9.0
2015 Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
179 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
334 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.1 inches
Cargo Space:
14.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
88.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3058 lbs
Width:
70.7 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
176.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3526 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
54.4 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17