2005 Toyota Prius vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Prius | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Prius | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
