2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
