2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 431 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Plymouth Prowler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Expedition | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 46 L |
