2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 189 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
