1996 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1441 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
