2011 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Prius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
