1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 190 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Intrepid | Prius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
