2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prizm | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
