2003 Honda Element vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 357 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, 2003 Honda Element, 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, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Element | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Element | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
