2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 403 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sportage | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
