1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 31 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Prowler | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
Model | Prowler | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |