2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1489 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Prizm |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 169 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2470 mm |