2012 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Smart ForTwo 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 (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.

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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Smart ForTwo 2013 Scion FR-S
Make Smart Scion
Model ForTwo FR-S
Year Released 2012 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1000 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 199 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 6600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 5-speed automated manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors


 

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