1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 725 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Durango | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
