2009 Ford Flex vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 Flex.
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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Flex | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |