2007 Ford Territory vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 766 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
