1999 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, both 1999 Audi A6 and 1999 Plymouth Prowler were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.

Because 1999 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 1999 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi A6 1999 Plymouth Prowler
Make Audi Plymouth
Model A6 Prowler
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.9:1
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 Weight 1445 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2750 mm