2012 Toyota Prius vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 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, 2003 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Prius | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Prius | F-150 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3050 mm |