2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | 300 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 46 L |