2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |