2009 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fusion | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |