2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hilux | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |
