2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1077 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |