2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 420 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor (345 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Endeavor | Prius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1869 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
