2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (382 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4190 mm | 2560 mm |
