1998 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 698 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 1998 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna. 1997 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1998 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
