Toyota Prius (2011) vs. smart fortwo (2008) Specs

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2011 Toyota Prius and 2008 smart fortwo Specifications

Model Year	2011	2008
Model	Toyota Prius	smart fortwo
Engine	1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000	1.0L I3 DOHC-4v 70 hp@5800 68 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	CVT	5-speed automated manual
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	2dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	73.5 in	32.8 in
Length	175.6 in	106.1 in	69.5 in
Width	68.7 in	61.4 in	7.3 in
Height	58.7 in	60.7 in	-2 in
Curb Weight	3042 lb.	1808 lb.	1234 lb.
Fuel Capacity	11.9 gal.	8.7 gal.	3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.6 in	39.7 in	-1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.9 in	48.0 in	6.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.7 in	45.4 in	7.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.5 in	41.2 in	1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	0.0 in	37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.1 in	0.0 in	53.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.2 in	0.0 in	51.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.0 in	0.0 in	36 in
Total Legroom	78.5 in (over 2 rows)	41.2 in (over 1 rows)	37.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	21.6 ft³	12.0 ft³	9.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	39.6 ft³	12.0 ft³	27.6 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Prius

2011 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review
2011	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review
2010	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	I can seat comforably up front and rear passanger have plenty of knee room see full Toyota Prius review
2010	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	I have had people 6ft 2 inches in the back and they had head and leg room. The Insight is very tight and I, whom is 5 foot 10 inches tall had my head touching the roof, well the top the rear hatch actually. see full Toyota Prius review
2010	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	It fits. see full Toyota Prius review
2010	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Everyone has leg room see full Toyota Prius review

2011 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review
2011	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review
2010	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	no lumbar support on low end models see full Toyota Prius review
2010	4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	I think that the seats should be more supportive for back comfort see full Toyota Prius review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 smart fortwo

2008 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	comfortable driving position. see full smart fortwo review
2009	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Roomy, sits high see full smart fortwo review
2009	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	firm and supportive as needed, minimal seat fatigue on long drives see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	plenty of room for two adults see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Makes you feel as though you are riding in a full size car. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	bigger than it looks, no aches and pains even after a long drive see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	With a bad back it is very easy to get into and out of the car. Very roomy when compared to other vehicles in the same class, whether two or four passenger. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Have driven on a number of 350 mile trips each way on the Interstae and found the ride comfortable. Around town it holds its own, except on very rough roads. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Me and hubby are big people both over 6 ft tall and we are both comfortable in the seats. I actually have to move the seat forward to reach pedals. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Lots of room see full smart fortwo review

2008 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat. Fortwo mean for 2 people. No surprises. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	there are no rear seats see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Ah, there is no rear seat? see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Does not exist see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat. This is okay with me. But for someone looking for a family vehicle this could be a downside. I mostly see it as an excuse to not have to cart others around. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Well there is no rear seat to start with. But this could have been a better designed flip down tray design for groceries and other items. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat see full smart fortwo review

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