2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 323 and 2001 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Mazda 323.
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 Toyota Prius (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323. 2001 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 323 | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
