2004 Toyota Prius vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2004 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Prius weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Prius | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Echo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
