2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (252 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
