2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.7 mm |
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 | 966 kg | 1300 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 | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |