2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1471 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Silverado | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |
