1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1997 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Plymouth Prowler | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Plymouth | GMC |
Model | Prowler | Yukon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
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 | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 98 L |