2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. Both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 1999 Plymouth Prowler are equipped with a 3,518 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | 300 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |