2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, both 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2013 Scion FR-S were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 149 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Subaru | Scion |
| Model | XV Crosstrek | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas (CNG) | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2635 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
