2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Prius | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
