2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1387 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Escalade | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 46 L |
