2005 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 116 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 83 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 116 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 116 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | BMW | Scion |
Model | 116 | FR-S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |