1996 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2478 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 AC Cobra. (579 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 AC Cobra. 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 167 L |
