2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 804 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Jeep | Scion |
| Model | Liberty | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 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 | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
