2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 671 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Pilot | Prowler |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 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 | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 46 L |