2009 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
