2009 Fiat Doblo 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 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 87 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2009 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Doblo | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
