2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Prizm | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
