2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 897 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius. 2009 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 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 | 1684 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
