1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1997 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 1997 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea, 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Plymouth Prowler | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Plymouth | Seat |
Model | Prowler | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |