2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
