2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 2000 Acura EL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Prizm | EL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1090 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |