2008 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 413 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
