2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | CL | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 46 L |
