2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Prizm | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |