2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Prius V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |