1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. 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 36 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Prowler | SVX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
