2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. 2003 GMC Safari 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. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Prizm | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |