1999 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Prius | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prius | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |
