2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XK | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 46 L |
