2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1776 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
