2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 13 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6450 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | XLR | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
