1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 522 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XJR | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 46 L |
