2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1993 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 106. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1993 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Prizm | 106 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
