2013 Scion FR-S vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Scion FR-S | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Scion | Mazda |
| Model | FR-S | 3 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 199 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
