1999 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 656 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
