2004 Toyota MR2 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 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 (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota MR2 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | MR2 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1065 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
