2003 Honda Fit 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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 213 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2003 Honda Fit, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Fit | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
