| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Yaris | Scion tC | |
| Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 106 hp@6000 103 lb-ft@4200 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 96.9 in | 106.3 in | -9.4 in |
| Length | 150.6 in | 174.0 in | -23.4 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 69.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Height | 60.0 in | 55.7 in | 4.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2295 lb. | 2970 lb. | -675 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 54.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.0 in | 53.2 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 36.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 50.0 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 47.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.8 in | 33.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.3 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.7 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | -9.7 ft3 |
| 2010 Toyota Yaris Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
I can adjust the seat back so I can reach all controls with just arm movement. I can raise the seat so my thighs are fully supported right out to my knees. see full Toyota Yaris review |
| 2010 Toyota Yaris Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 106-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ride position too low. see full Toyota Yaris review |
| 2008 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |