1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. 2006 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Prizm | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
