2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 854 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Durango | Prowler |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
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 | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 46 L |