2006 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 442 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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | Mustang | FR-S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |