2005 Audi A8 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 665 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | A8 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
