1998 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Prowler | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Suzuki |
| Model | Prowler | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
