2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | F-150 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 46 L |
