2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 406 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.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | C | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
