2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Prizm | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |