2004 Mazda MX vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX is newer by 2 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius.
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, 2004 Mazda MX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
