2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2005 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 5 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2005 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Prizm | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
