2010 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rio 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 87 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 Kia Rio, 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 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Rio | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Kia | Scion |
Model | Rio | FR-S |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4249 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |