2008 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2008 BMW 316 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 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
