2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | C | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
