2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 858 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
| Model | Durango | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 46 L |
