1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 164 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 Toyota Camry, 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) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Plymouth Prowler | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Prowler | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
