1995 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Plymouth Prowler | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Plymouth | Cadillac |
Model | Prowler | Escalade |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3517 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |