2006 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Prius | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
