2009 Ford Edge vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Edge | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |