2000 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Toyota MR2.
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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota MR2. 2000 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Plymouth Prowler | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Prowler | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
