2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mondeo | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1478 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
