2001 Ford EX vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 256 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | EX | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
