2006 Honda Element vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 712 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Element | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
