2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 551 kg more than 1996 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (392 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | CLS | Prowler |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |