2001 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Prius | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Prius | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
