2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 760 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Convertible | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
