2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
