2002 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 469 kg more than 2002 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Prius | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Prius | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |