1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, both 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 and 1997 Plymouth Prowler were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1997 Plymouth Prowler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Xedos 9 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
