2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 1993 Plymouth Prowler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C5 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 46 L |
