2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 47 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Prius | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Prius | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |