2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 1998 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sorento | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
