2001 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 534 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Prius |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |