2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tipper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tipper would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Tipper | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
