2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise 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 11 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Lotus | Scion |
Model | Elise | FR-S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 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 | 785 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |