1999 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Prius | 2011 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prius | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
