1999 Toyota Prius vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.

Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Toyota Prius 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Prius Cresta
Year Released 1999 1996
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 127 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 255 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2740 mm


 

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