1999 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Prius |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |