1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler 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 170 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Plymouth Prowler | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Smart |
| Model | Prowler | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 33 L |
