2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (476 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |