2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Prius | 2002 Infiniti I | |
Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
Model | Prius | I |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |