1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2003 Peugeot 607

To start off, 2003 Peugeot 607 is newer by 7 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 93 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.

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, 2003 Peugeot 607, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 607.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Plymouth Prowler 2003 Peugeot 607
Make Plymouth Peugeot
Model Prowler 607
Year Released 1996 2003
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 2230 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 66 L


 

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