2013 Scion FR-S vs. 2013 Scion xD

To start off, both 2013 Scion FR-S and 2013 Scion xD 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 71 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Scion FR-S 2013 Scion xD
Make Scion Scion
Model FR-S xD
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 6600 RPM 4440 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4235 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1775 mm 1725 mm
Vehicle Height 1425 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.8 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.3 L/100km 7.4 L/100km


 

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