Honda Fit vs. Scion tC
In comparing the Honda Fit's and the Scion tC's specifications and ratings, the Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Scion tC has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Honda Fit's and the Scion tC's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Honda Fit vs. Scion tC Pricing
A used 2009 Honda Fit ranges from $4,997 to $12,805 while a used 2009 Scion tC is priced between $3,497 to $10,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Honda Fit’s base engine makes 117 horsepower, and the Scion tC base engine makes 161 horsepower. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 350 miles. The tC is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles.This gives the Honda Fit the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Scion tC the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Honda Fit has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Scion tC has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Honda Fit 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:
$4,997 - $12,805
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
29.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$3,497 - $10,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Honda Fit Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Scion tC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Fit Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 28Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 28Ranking
32 out of / 43Scion tC Rankings
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda Fit Trim Levels
Base, Sport, Sport w/Navi
Scion tC Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
117 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
106 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
161 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 350 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
290 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
20.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2489 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
60 inches
Length:
161.6 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2932 lbs
Width:
69.1 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
174 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
