2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allroad | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
