2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 643 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Scion |
| Model | 300 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
