2012 Toyota Prius V vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Toyota Prius V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Toyota Prius V would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 488 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Prius V | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Prius V | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1575 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
