2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2002 Suzuki Covie
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Prizm and 2002 Suzuki Covie were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc, 2002 Suzuki Covie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Covie. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Covie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Covie. 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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Covie. (111 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Covie. 2002 Suzuki Covie has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Covie will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 2002 Suzuki Covie | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Prizm | Covie |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 111 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1530 mm |