2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
