2005 Ford Puma vs. 2013 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Puma (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma.

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, 2005 Ford Puma (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Puma 2013 Toyota Prius
Make Ford Toyota
Model Puma Prius
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 13.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1745 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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