1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 98 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2614 mm |