2004 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
