1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 239 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 1996 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Plymouth Prowler | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Plymouth | Daewoo |
| Model | Prowler | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 65 L |
