2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 396 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | C | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
