2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 100 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Prius | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Prius | Cruze |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
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 | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1797 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |