06 civic ex vs 06 scion tc
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42Steps said:First off, TCs are pretty good cars.... I have a friend who went from a DA over to a TC and he loves it......
But the main differences, as outlined in Daniel's link, is that the TC has a 2.4 DOHC and a little more power because of it, while the FG1 has only a 1.8 SOHC.... The suspension on the FG is also WAY better, imo, the TC being a little too soft comparably.... There are many more standard components on the FG1 compared to the TC..... And the FG1 gets WAY better gas mileage, basically by 10 mpgs.....
The biggest thing, however, is probably the price.... But that also tells the tale of what the quality of parts is on the TC.... Being about 1.5k cheaper, comparably equipped model, you have to wonder how that is possible with a larger, more expensive engine..... The answer, well at least what I think is the answer, is the fact that Scion uses slightly cheaper and less quality parts..... Granted it is not a bad car, it is well put togethor and thought out, but compared to the steps Honda has taken on creating the 8th gen civic, all models, it puts Toyota to shame.....
My opinion is..... FG1 > TC.... Because:
- More Standard Parts
- Better Overall Quality
- Higher Safety Ratings
- MUCH better gas mileage
- Better Resale value
- Better Suspension
- 200 lbs. lighter
- More overall cabin space, with a shorter wheelbase
But what did you expect, this is Club CIVIC after all.....
yea i agree with this guy....haha...
One thing I can say about the TC is that the fit and finish of the interior is crap. The buttons are huge and clunky plastic. The sun roof covers are just a thin layer of plastic/vinyl. Then there is the hideous cover for the stereo which is bound to break which will be emberassing. I've seen models at the dealership where the cheap plastic covering the hatch was bent and crooked. The interior reflects the price/value.
I checked them both out. The Civic EX was nice but the interior design killed it for me. From the gauges to the shifter on the automatic, it all spelled LADIE'S car to me. Additionally, my dealer wanted full sticker price for the car. That did not sit well with me so I walked out.
I then test drove a Scion tC and fell in love with it. The Scion tC is a car that begs to be driven. This car costs about 1.5K less than the Civic EX, comes completely loaded, they even threw in a free 9 month subscription to Sirius radio. And I did not have to beg or haggle with the dealer.
Don't get me wrong, I love Honda. I have owned nothing but Hondas since 1987. My last two Hondas were the 1999 Civic LX and an Accord LX (still have the Accord). But during the last couple of design cycles, Honda designers and stylists have taken a wrong turn. They going for a broader apeal which in turn is alienating their core customers.
I then test drove a Scion tC and fell in love with it. The Scion tC is a car that begs to be driven. This car costs about 1.5K less than the Civic EX, comes completely loaded, they even threw in a free 9 month subscription to Sirius radio. And I did not have to beg or haggle with the dealer.
Don't get me wrong, I love Honda. I have owned nothing but Hondas since 1987. My last two Hondas were the 1999 Civic LX and an Accord LX (still have the Accord). But during the last couple of design cycles, Honda designers and stylists have taken a wrong turn. They going for a broader apeal which in turn is alienating their core customers.