2012 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 748 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Nissan | Scion |
Model | Frontier | FR-S |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |