2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Prius | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Prius | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
