2009 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Escape | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 46 L |
