2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera and 2006 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
