2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 390 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sportage | Prowler |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |