2011 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 370 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 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti M | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | M | Prius |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |