2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Prius 2006 Toyota Hilux
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Prius Hilux
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.3 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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