2011 Toyota Avalon vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 240 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Avalon | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avalon | Prius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
