2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1323 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Tahoe | FR-S |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |