2003 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2003 Ford Falcon and 2003 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Prius. 2003 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Falcon | 2003 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
