2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Prizm and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 426 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Prizm | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 549 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 600 Nm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |