2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Hummer | Plymouth |
| Model | H2 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 46 L |
