1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Prizm | Aygo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |