2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
