2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |