2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1276 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prizm | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3940 mm |
