2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | CL | Prowler |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |