2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tipper has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tipper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tipper | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1794 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
