2004 Ford Lynx vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2004 Ford Lynx and 2004 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Ford Lynx.
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 Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius. 2004 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Lynx has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Lynx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Lynx | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Lynx | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |