2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | XJ | Prowler |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 46 L |