2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, both 2010 Toyota Prius and 2010 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Prius | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Prius | 120 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |