2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Land Rover | Plymouth |
| Model | Range Rover | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 46 L |
