2001 Toyota Prius vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 12 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Prius | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Prius | Yaris |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |