1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2013 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1994 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Plymouth Prowler 2013 GMC Yukon
Make Plymouth GMC
Model Prowler Yukon
Year Released 1994 2013
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1284 kg 2573 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 5649 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3302 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 119 L


 

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