2004 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen GTI | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | GTI | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
