2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 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 519 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V, 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
