2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Infiniti M would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Because 2010 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 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Prius | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Prius | M |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
