2003 Subaru B vs. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru B weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru B | 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | B | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
