1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, both 1999 Citroen C3 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 163 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 151 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C3, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C3 | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C3 | Prowler |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |