2002 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 280 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Aceca | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | AC | Scion |
Model | Aceca | FR-S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |