2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Prizm | Echo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |