2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mark II | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
