2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2003 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Getz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2003 Hyundai Getz (195 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2003 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Prizm | Getz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
