2000 Ford Equator vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 172 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Equator | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2700 mm |
