2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
