2010 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 333 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Croma | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Croma | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
