2001 Toyota Prius vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius. 2001 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota Prius | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | RunX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
