1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler

To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 3 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.

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 XKR (542 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Jaguar XKR 1995 Plymouth Prowler
Make Jaguar Plymouth
Model XKR Prowler
Year Released 1998 1995
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 3517 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 6100 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 346 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2880 mm


 

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