2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 99 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Mazda | Scion |
| Model | RX-8 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
