2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 673 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Land Cruiser | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
