2002 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Civic | FR-S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |