1993 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Plymouth Prowler | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Prowler | X3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |