2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Prizm | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
