2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 485 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.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Expedition | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
