2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Prius | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Prius | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |