2011 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Because 2011 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Ranger | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Prius |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5171 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3193 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |