2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Studebaker | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2710 mm |
