2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van vs. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van 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 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | LT 35 HR Panel Van | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
