2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Prius | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Prius | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
