Spark vs Prius
Chevrolet · Toyota
1/4 Mile winner
Prius
Beats the Spark by 0.13s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Prius beats the Spark comfortably, finishing 0.13 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Prius thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
98 hp
121 hp
0–100 km/h
10.7s
10.5s
Top speed
180 km/h
180 km/h
Engine
1.4L Inline-4 Gasoline
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Hybrid
Torque
127 Nm
142 Nm
Price
$14,595
$26,700
Simulated race times
Distance
Spark
Prius
100 m
7.997s
7.930s
1/8 mile
11.833s
11.738s
1/4 mile
17.815s
17.684s
1 km
32.030s
31.841s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Spark is $14,595 vs $26,700 for the Prius — a $12,105 gap. Power: Prius makes 23 hp more (98 vs 121). 0–100 km/h: Prius is 0.20s quicker (10.7s vs 10.5s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Spark or the Prius?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Prius is faster, beating the Spark by 0.13 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Spark vs the Prius?
The Spark hits 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds, while the Prius does it in 10.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Spark produces 98 hp; the Prius produces 121 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Spark tops out at 180 km/h, and the Prius reaches 180 km/h.
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