2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 334 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Prius |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |