2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2004 Honda Civic

To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Prizm 2004 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Prizm Civic
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1000 RPM
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 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2670 mm


 

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