1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (198 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1999 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 1999 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX, 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Acura |
| Model | Prowler | ILX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
