2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Prius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
