2000 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S 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 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Focus | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
