1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Plymouth Prowler were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.

Because 1998 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 1998 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. 1998 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 1998 Plymouth Prowler
Make Audi Plymouth
Model A6 Prowler
Year Released 1998 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2225 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 46 L


 

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