2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2003 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2003 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2003 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2003 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Prizm | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
