2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2006 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2004 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
