2009 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 329 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Dodge | Scion |
| Model | Viper | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
