2001 Subaru HM-01 vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru HM-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru HM-01 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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, 2008 Toyota Prius (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru HM-01 | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | HM-01 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
