2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Prius |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 142 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |