2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Duster would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Prius | 2010 Renault Duster | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Prius | Duster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2673 mm |