2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm

To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Cee'd 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
Make Kia Chevrolet
Model Cee'd Prizm
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 187 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 117 L


 

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