2013 Volvo X670 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, both 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 Volvo X670, 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 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 Volvo X670 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Volvo | Scion |
| Model | X670 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 6 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4838 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1604 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
