2000 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Prowler 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 470 kg more than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Because 2000 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 2000 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Picanto, 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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Plymouth Prowler | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Plymouth | Kia |
| Model | Prowler | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
