1999 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 89 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Prius | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Prius | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2838 mm |
