2013 Scion FR-S vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, both 2013 Scion FR-S and 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 100 more horse power than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Scion FR-S | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
| Make | Scion | Aston Martin |
| Model | FR-S | Cygnet |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4235 mm | 3078 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
