2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Express | Prowler |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 46 L |