2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (560 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2000 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | S | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2880 mm |
