1998 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2005 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avalon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 401 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 2005 Toyota Avalon, 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 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Plymouth Prowler | 2005 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Prowler | Avalon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |