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Sample return
By cknobman on 5/22/2012 1:37:23 PM , Rating: 2
Here is a comparison between a Prius and a Honda Fit. They are similar class but after owning a Prius and riding in my buddies Fit I will say that the Prius is roomier and has a nicer interior. None the less here is a rate of return calculation between the two. Oh an the mileage I am using is based off how much I drive so it certainly wont apply to everyone.

Prius - Avg: 50 mpg

Fit - Avg: 30 mpg

25,000 Miles per year

Fuel cost: $3.75/gal

Calculation = 25,000/avg mpg * cost/gal

Prius = 25000/50 * 3.75 = 1875

Fit = 25000/30 * 3.75 = 3125

Prius cost = 24000
Fit cost = 15325
Price dif = 8675
Years to recoup = 8675/(3125-1875) = ~7

RE: Sample return
By sigmatau on 5/22/2012 4:13:30 PM , Rating: 2
A Honda Civic would be a better comparison to the Prius. The Fit is much smaller. The Civic actualy has less interior room.

