2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 7 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Prizm | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
