2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Prius would be higher. Both 2010 Toyota Prius and 2011 Toyota Prius are equipped with a 1,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 142 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Prius | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Prius |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
