2001 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 337 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | AC | Scion |
Model | Aceca | FR-S |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |