2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 419 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Stavic | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
